Healthy Desserts & Snacks: Low Glycemic & Nutritional Guide

For those seeking healthier indulgences, low-glycemic alternatives and moisture-optimized baking techniques help manage weight and cravings.

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Calories in Fruit Mentos

Mentos, often dubbed "The Freshmaker," is a brand of chewy mints sold across the world. Fruit Mentos, a multiple fruit-flavored version of the popular mint, is often consumed as candy rather than as a breath freshener.

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Dove Dark Chocolate Nutrition

Dove chocolates, the brainchild of Greek immigrant, Leo Stefanos, made its debut in 1939 as the โ€œDove Bar,โ€ an ice cream pop enveloped in a luxurious silky chocolate coating. In 1986, according to Dovechocolate.

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Tasty Ice-cream Mochi and Japanese Tea on Table

Calories in Mochi Ice Cream

Mochi ice cream is a variation on mochi, which is a traditional Japanese treat made with sweet, sticky rice. A small ball of ice cream is wrapped inside a mochi covering to make mochi ice cream.

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Tiramisu and mineral water

Calories in Tiramisu

Eating layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers mixed with just the right amount of sweetened mascarpone cheese custard is enough to satisfy your sweets craving. But before you go delving in to your favorite dessert, be aware of the calorie content.

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The Calories in AMC Movie Theater Popcorn

Popped using butter or coconut oil, AMC movie theaters' popcorn contains a high percentage of calories from fat. The Center for Science in the Public Interest, or CSPI, declared AMC one of the nominees for "Best Supporting Actor in the Obesity Epidemic."

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Peanut Butter & Allergy Rashes

A peanut allergy is one of the most common types of food allergies, especially among children. Someone with a peanut allergy has a hypersensitivity to the proteins found in peanuts and can lead to mild or severe reactions, according to MayoClinc.com.

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How Many Calories in Costco Frozen Yogurt?

The food court in each Costco warehouse has a variety of snack options you can choose. The frozen yogurt is a popular choice for many people, but you should know that itโ€™s not a low-calorie snack option.

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Homemade Fresh Popped Caramel PopCorn

How Many Calories Are in Caramel Popcorn?

Although popcorn can be a healthy choice -- it's a whole grain that's packed with fiber -- the plain version is friendlier for your waistline than caramel popcorn. Caramel is made from sugar, and adds empty calories to your snack, providing no benefit besides taste.

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Healthy Raw Green Kale

Healthy Foods to Eat at Night

Choosing a healthy nighttime snack can sometimes become more complicated than it seems. Obviously, you want to eat enough to satisfy hunger pangs, but you donโ€™t want to eat too much or go overboard on sugar or caffeine, which can disrupt a night of good sleep.

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Fat-Free and Sugar-Free Snack Foods

Ninety percent of U.S. adults snack at least once per day, reports the U.S. Department of Agriculture, so chances are that most of your days include one or more snacks. High-fat, high-sugar snacks, such as cereal bars and snack cakes, can be high in calories and low in nutrients.

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How Many Calories Are in One Oreo Cookie?

Oreo cookies are a classic prepackaged snack, well-loved among adults and children alike. Kraft Foods touts the Oreo as the "World's Favorite Cookie.'' It is no wonder these cookies have been around for over 100 years. With the first ingredient as sugar, it can calm (or reignite) a sweet-tooth in an instant.

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Greek yogurt with fresh fruit

The Calories in Greek Yogurt

Creamy and high in protein, Greek yogurt is a tasty alternative to the traditional variety of yogurt that has lined supermarket shelves for years. The Greek variety of this dairy snack or dessert is thicker than traditional yogurt, thanks to a liquid whey-straining process during manufacturing.

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How to Stop Chewing Gum

Bad breath, lack of concentration, dieting and sheer habit are several reasons people chew gum. You may find yourself craving gum throughout the day. Gum addicts commonly chew one or more packs of gum in a 24-hour-period. Constant gum chewing causes aching jaws, dental problems and bloating.

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Soda Crackers - ideal as a snack and with soup

Calories in Two Saltine Crackers

Square, puffed Saltines may bring back memories of your childhood. You probably crumbled them over tomato soup and nibbled away the corners when you were sick. Saltines are a great snack for adults, too. The cracker is low -calorie and low-fat. Pair Saltines with a nut butter or low-fat cheese for a bit of protein.

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Pumpkin Seeds & Protein

Pumpkin seeds are good sources of protein and other nutrients. Combine them with granola, raisins and nuts in snacks and cereals, or use them instead of nuts in baked goods.

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How Many Calories Are in Plain Popcorn?

Air-popped popcorn is one of your best bets for a low-calorie, low-fat, high-fiber snack, advises "Cooking Light." Unlike many less-than-healthy snacks, popcorn is a whole grain that can help you fulfill the daily grain requirement recommended by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How Many Calories Are in a Bag of Smart Pop Popcorn?

Popcorn can be a healthy, filling snack if it is prepared correctly. While microwave popcorn often gets a bad rap, Smart Pop popcorn is a low-calorie, healthy alternative to other, less sensible, brands of microwave popcorn.

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